Stuffed Bell Peppers
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Ingredients
- 5 bell peppers (red, orange, yellow, or green)
- 1 pound ground beef, 90% lean
- 3/4 cup brown rice
- 1/2 can diced tomatoes, low-sodium (14.5 ounces)
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Wash hands with soap and watr.
- Cut a circular hole in the tops of the bell peppers. Remove seeds and membrane and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients and stir until completely mixed. Fill the bell peppers with meat mixture.
- Place the stuffed bell peppers in large stock pot on stove, with the tops facing up. Add 1-inch water to bottom of pot and cover.
- Place heat on medium, keeping covered for 30 to 40 minutes until rice is done. Serve.
Nutrition
| Calories | 277 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 21 g |
| Total Fat | 8 g |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g |
| Cholesterol | 57 mg |
| Sodium | 66 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 29 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g |
U.S. Department of Agriculture, MyPlate Kitchen (public domain), via the Internet Archive. Source: Simple Healthy Recipes Oklahoma Nutrition Information and Education ONIE Project